with a quick and easy scrapbook! 

Can I say, I love quick and easy?  This was made in l hour from concept to finish – including journaling!  What do you think?  I am sure you can find an hour to make this memory that will look great on your coffee table – and your friends will think it’s great too!

This scrapbook celebrates the fun I had at the Stampin’ Up! convention in 2008.  Many of my downline went and we had a great time celebrating with each other.  In this pic, Sue, Tatiana and myself enjoyed a great night of entertainment from a Minnesota group – Tonic Sol Fa!  They were awesome – and they are coming back this year!  (If you want to go to convention with me – it’s not too late.  Give me a call and I’ll tell you when and where)

To make this scrapbook, you will need the clear Card, Telephone & Address die from the bigz clear die sizzix line.  The clear die is just that, clear so that you can place over your picture and see what the result will be.  Then you just flip and send through your sizzix!  I bought the holder from WM. 

We are all making sure that we are spending wisely but, yet at this time of year we want to honor teachers, graduates, and have quick gifts ready as hostess gifts for those summer bar-b-ques.  Once you make one of these, you can easily make more quickly and easily!  Check out my class schedule for this great class!  Or print out this flyer for more information. 

My friend, Georgia Giguere taught me this great folding technique and idea when we had a little stamping session last Saturday.  Georgia is a great stamper!  Notice that I used the textured cardstock on the front of the holder.  Remember that the textured cardstock is also available on the special this month – I love adding just that little extra "feel" to my projects!  There are 4 cards inside this holder – 2 are shown here.  I used the Oval All stamp set once again – I will be sad when this set goes away on June 30 – the versatility is amazing. 

When you register for class, there are 3 options for you to choose from;

Option 1 – $20, includes all materials for a set of boxes including 4 card/notecards and envelopes

Option 2 – $50 (Great Value), includes class and paterials plus; Oval All Stamp set ($16.95) and Scallop Oval Punch ($15.95)

Option 3 – $85 (Best Value).  With this option you can make a minimum of 4 more sets (that’s 8 more gifts!).  This option contains everything in option 1 and 2 plus;

• 1 package Bella Rose Designer Series paper (or other DSP of your choice) $9.95
• 1 package Notecards with Envelopes, $5.95
• 1 package Whisper White cardstock, $7.50
• 1 package Whisper White Medium Envelopes, $6.50
• 1 spool of white organza ribbon, $5.95

Unable to attend?  Add $5 shipping and Ill mail you your kit.  Kit will include precut paper and instructions, but will not include any stamped images. 

Hope to see you at class!

Well, I have had a few weekends of crafting time – well, I also had some great time in the yard as well.  So, I have been a slacker at posting pics and hopefully providing you with some inspiration.  Well, that’s about to change – hang on to your seat and make sure you check back everyday as I have lined up some posts for you to enjoy.

This project was actually very easy.  A 12 x 12 sheet folds easily into this cute little file holder.  It’s a perfect size for a handmade card or two!  These cards are simple and look great with just a little of our Designer Series Paper – don’t forget it is on special this month!  I also love the oval all stamp set and the coordinating punches. 

Wouldn’t this be a perfect teacher or hostess gift?  Need a few quick?  Contact me and I will hook you up!  There might be a class (or two) added to my upcoming calendar. . . . I am soooo close to my goal that I am hoping you all are ready for some fun ideas I want to share!

I am showcasing our great Designer Series Papers in this CUTE card!  This is Candy Cane Lane.  The flowers are from the Flowers Layers #3 (page 199) Sizzix die.  This was the favorite card at my clubs this month (and there were some great ones this month!) 

Certainly lots of FUN in this card.  Great Mothers Day card! 

Another great box from the Top Note Die and Box #2 Big Shot XL Die. 

Stampin’ Up! worked with Sizzix and an XL Crease pad has been created.  You’ll love this crease pad when you are using your Big Shot with a die that has score lines.   While it doesn’t show in the catalog, it is available through me.  If you have a XL die – you need to get one of these. 

This box is the placeholder for your July events.  I think the box would look great with some sparkly confetti and summer treats.  This box was part of my summer boxing class.  We did the May basket, Beach Scene, this flag and a soon to come Sunflower for August.  If you missed it, give me a call and I can get you signed up for a class session. 

I am honored that Stampin’ Up! has chosen to publish this class for other Stampin’ Up! demos.  As you know, my friend Sandy and I created this class after I had so much fun last fall with Frankie (Frankenstein) and Frosty.  If you’ve been to my house you’ve seen them lined up on the mantle. . . stay tuned for the fall class coming in early September in which we will make a pumpkin, Frankenstein, Turkey (he’s cute!) and Rudolph (yes his nose is red – and he has glitter!)

TTFN!

Looking for a seasonal gift box for June?  Here was the second of four boxes in my Summer Boxing Class.  My friend Sandy Poehnelt and I created this box as part of a series of classes.  You missed the first one. . . (psst – several did and if there is enough interest, I’ll do it again). 

Wouldn’t this be a great pick me up with a little chapstick, lotion, sunscreen or something else fun in the box? 

Ingredients?  Top Note DIe, Box #2, Scallop Circle, Clear Circle, Boho Blossoms, Cheers to you stamp set. 

Check out May’s box of the month!  You’ll believe that spring is here with this decorating your table!  I used the Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive Top Note die along with the the Box #2 Die, Beautiful Butterflies Die and the Birds & Blooms Sizzlets.  May day is coming don’t you want to honor your family and friends with this creation?

I used scraps to make the flowers – one of the best things about the Big Shot is that you get to use your scraps! 

This was one of the boxes in my Summer "Boxing" class.  Did you miss it?  Give me a call and we can work something out. 

 For more reasons than one, I LOVE this frame! 

Reason #1:  Of course, my honey.  This is a great picture of us in Hawaii.  I am grateful for a wonderful husband.  He supports me in so many ways.  What a dear.  (pssst he cuts cardstock, sets up for shows, delivers, entertains my customers – sorry ladies, he’s not for rent!)

Reason #2:  I experimented with using vinyl in my Big Shot (you know I love it!).  I used the negative image from the vinyl and applied glass etching creme.  You can see it better in the picture below.  Did you know we sell raw vinyl in our catalog?  Check it out on page 192.  The creme was easy to use – if you look close, I was a little sloppy.  One shouldn’t use it for the first time on something like this!

Reason#3:  I am liking the versatility of the circle scissors plus.  All the circles in this frame were made using it.  The circle theme is carried through well with the flexibility of sizes I can create with this tool.  If you would like a private class on it – just let me know.  I’d love to show you!

Check out my Easter Table Decor!  Last week at Big Shot Class night, we made flowers and butterflies from Fun Foam.   For my Easter table I made a bouquet of flowers and added a few butterflies – and bunnies and here is the result.  I am certainly lovin’ the ease by which I can create and decorate with the Big Shot.  I love the versatility of the vast number of mediums I can cut with the Big Shot – and how I can use up my scraps of paper.  Don’t forget that my Big Shot class is the second Wednesday of every month if you want to come – it is free for 4 times for those who have purchased the Big Shot from me or $5 fee for others.  Oh, and did I say that I have specials just for class attendees? 

Have you checked out the Matchbox Die in the Occasions Mini Catalog?   I am amazed at the versatility and how easy this little box goes together!  No adhesive needed on the box part – only a little for the cover.  Amazing. 

The matchbox as shown on the right is easy to decorate – there’s even a coordinating stamp set called Matchbox Messages.  This one is made by Julie Schrader who I swapped with in Hawaii. . . but, you’re not out of luck as this month I am featuring a matchbox with a great NEW technique at my workshops – have one of your own or attend one that I have scheduled.  If you schedule a workshop with me in April, I will put your name into a drawing the the Matchbox Messages stamp set! 

The gorgeous creation on the left is from a wonderful demonstrator and stamper by the name of Denise Jorgensen.  She put 4 together and added a top note bottom and top – and voila!  Isn’t it gorgeous!